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PORAC Institute Courses

Political Action/PAC Management

Political Action

The 4-hour block on Political action will look at the value and future of political action and political action committees (PACs) as they pertain to the law enforcement community. Participants will learn the value of establishing a PAC and receive an overview of the current rules governing campaign and PAC expenditures. Learn how to author a bill and how a bill becomes law. Also covered will be an overview of the legislative process, current legislation affecting law enforcement, how to interpret proposed language, campaign strategies, and your legal and fiduciary responsibilities.

PAC Management

The 4-hour block on PAC Management will begin with a review of the state campaign laws contained in the Political Reform Act of 1974 and the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC). Participants will work from the PORAC Political Action Committee (PAC) Guide, which will provide required information and documents necessary to establish and maintain a PAC, including definitions of legal terms, commonly asked questions and answers, record-keeping requirements, state and county filing addresses for campaign reports, tax rules, sample completed state and county filing addresses for campaign reports, sample completed federal tax forms and sample completed state campaign reporting forms.

Who should attend?

PAC members, association board members or anyone involved in the decision to establish a PAC or gain more knowledge about the political environment and process.

$125 registration fee / $250 Non-member
STC certification pending

November 2, 2023
PORAC HQ
2940 Advantage Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
Register Online

November 2, 2023 Event Flyer

One-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Association Leadership

This 16-hour course is designed to strengthen your organization by identifying and understanding the roles, duties and responsibilities of association board members. Participants will learn the skills necessary to deal with the day-to-day operations of running an association, from parliamentary procedures to fiduciary duties. Additional subject matter includes defining an association, organizational models, conflict resolution, corporate responsibilities, financial management, the duty of fair representation, bylaws, and the legal and ethical responsibilities of association board members.

Who should attend?

New or current board members who have not attended or need updated training, anyone interested in becoming a board member or who would like to become more knowledgeable in the subject matter.

$275 registration fee / $400 Non-member
STC Certified

January 24-25, 2024
Monterey Co Sheriff’s Office
1414 Natividad Road
Salinas, CA 93906
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Hotel Recommendations: Courtyard by Marriott, Salinas

Jan. 2024 Course Flyer

Two-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Internal Affairs

This 16-hour course provides an overview of the role that internal affairs plays in a law enforcement agency. The course materials cover legal issues, case law, rights and responsibilities, California Peace Officers Bill of Rights, critical incidents, conduct unbecoming an officer, and a variety of other legal considerations, including COVID.

Who should attend?

Association board members or anyone who might find themselves involved in providing representation or is interested in gaining more knowledge about the California internal affairs process.

$200 member registration fee / $325 Non-member
POST / STC Certified

February 6-7, 2024
Ontario PD Community Room
2500 S. Archibald Avenue
Ontario, CA 91761
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February 6-7, 2024 Event Flyer

June 27-28, 2024
Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Office
5200 Soquel Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Register Online

Two-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Public Records Act

This class will familiarize students with the nuances of the CPRA and recent legislation expanding the disclosure of police records.  Students will gain guidance regarding timelines for disclosure under the CPRA, exceptions to the production requirements, and disclosure requirements of high profile and controversial categories of peace officer investigations and personnel records. The class will offer strategic insights regarding how to limit the adverse impacts of recent legislation expanding the disclosure of personnel records.

Who should attend?

Anyone who handles or are in charge of processing public records.

$125 registration fee / $250 Non-member

February 28, 2024
Oxnard Police Department
3031 Sturgis Road
Oxnard, CA 93030
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Hotel Recommendations:
Hilton Garden Inn
Homewood Suites

February 28, 2024 Event Flyer

One-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Collective Bargaining

This 24-hour course has been updated to cover topics from our Basic Collective Bargaining class, as well as our Advanced Bargaining class.  We’ll be providing an overview of the entire bargaining process, a legal analysis of laws related to collective bargaining including Meyers-Milias-Brown, analysis of positional and hard/soft bargaining as compared to interest-based bargaining, basic contract costing, and the grievance and arbitration process. This course will also cover fiscal emergencies, municipal bankruptcy and how to develop an agreement based on monetary AND no cost items that meeting the needs of YOUR members and the city/county. 

This course is intensive, demanding, and requires students to commit to attending the entire course. It will help to prepare you to negotiate with the best!

Who should attend?

Anyone involved in negotiations or who would like to become more knowledgeable about the negotiation process.

$275 registration fee / $400 Non-member

March 12-14, 2024
Ontario PD Community Room
2500 S. Archibald Ave.
Ontario, CA 91761
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No host hotel or recommendations

March 12-14, 2024 Course Flyer

Three-Day Class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Crisis Management in the Digital Age

An 8-hour interactive course demonstrates how law enforcement and other newsmakers can communicate more effectively with the media and public during both routine, as well as breaking news events. From day-to-day encounters to mass casualty incidents, this class reveals how it is imperative for the newsmaker to get out in front of an event as soon as possible in order to give the story a direction. Students have the option to go before a live TV news camera during the class for breaking news simulations to test their skills.

Who should attend?

Anyone who communicates with the media, public, government agencies, or legislative groups. The class is geared for students with all levels of media relations experience, from limited or no media experience, and will benefit from the training.

$125 registration fee / $250 Non-member

Next Class TBD
Stay Tuned!

One-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Line of Duty Death

This 8-hour class will cover a variety of areas that deal with this sensitive topic. You will hear from individuals who have been personally involved in dealing with a Line of Duty Death from the beginning, to end and beyond. They will discuss their experiences and help to prepare you with handling this type of incident from a Departmental and Association perspective. It will also be a time for group discussions and input from people attending, who have had experiences with a Line of Duty Death within their own Department. Topics to be covered but not limited to will include, how to make a notification, planning a Law Enforcement Memorial, Resources, Benefits, support organizations, how to take care of yourselves and continued support and involvement with the family.

Who should attend?

LEO’s, Association board members, and/or Department personnel who are responsible, or will be responsible, for the handling a LODD in their Department. This would also be a good course for those considering taking this position at their Department during a LODD.

$125 registration fee / $250 Non-member
POST / STC Certified

Stay tuned for our next scheduled LODD Class!

One-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

PEER Support

This 8-hour class will cover a variety of topics and answer common questions regarding starting a Peer Support Team at your Department. Why is a PEER Support team important? How do I create one for my department? Who should be on a PST? How do I fund it? I have a PST now how do I manage it? Our instructors will guide you through this process, answering all your questions, and providing resources you would have never thought of on your own.

Who should attend?

LEO’s who are interested in starting a peer support team at their department (or through their Association), or those who are looking for information to take back to their Department or Association with the intention of starting a PST.

$125 registration fee / $250 Non-member
STC Certified

POSTPONED
Check back for a new date and location

One-day class, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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